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New Delhi [India]27th January (ANI): The Indian Air Force (IAF) and the Japan Air Self-Defense Force (JASDF) concluded their first bilateral air exercise ‘Veer Guardian 2023’ in Japan on 26th January 2023.
The Japan Air Self-Defense Force participated in the exercise using F-2 and F-15 aircraft, while the Indian Air Force contingent participated in the exercise using Su-30 MKI aircraft. The IAF fighter task force is supplemented by an IL-78 flying tanker and two C-17 Globemaster strategic airlift transports.
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According to the official introduction, during the 16-day joint training, the two armies conducted complex and comprehensive air maneuvers in multiple simulated combat scenarios.
“The exercise involved precise planning and skillful execution by both air forces. The Indian Air Force and the Japan Air Self-Defense Force conducted air combat maneuvers, intercept and air defense missions in both visual range and beyond visual range environments. The aircrews of the two participating air forces also participated in each other’s fighter jets in order to gain a better understanding of each other’s operational philosophy,” the statement said.
The “Veer Guardian 2023” exercise provides an opportunity for the air forces of the two countries to increase mutual understanding. The exercise also saw numerous ground interactions between IAF and JASDF personnel where various aspects were discussed.
“This enables participating contingents to gain insight into each other’s best practices and learn from each other’s unique capabilities,” it said. (Arnie)
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